Welcome to Monday's live blog for all the latest Reading FC news and updates from the Championship.

Believe it or not, the start of pre-season is just two weeks' away so time is quickly tickling along to the new season.

Jaap Stam 's future has been up for much debate in the past week or so, with Leeds United and former club Ajax linked with a move for the Dutchman, but it appears Royals fans can breathe a sigh of relief with both rumours ruled out .